The text uses this analogy of the economic model: "As the model-builder, ________ what actions the robots can take and ________ the raw materials that fill the robot world. After constructing the world, you switch on the power source and ________."
A) you determine; you provide; you know what happens
B) reality determines; reality provides; watch what happens
C) reality determines; reality provides; you know what happens
D) you determine; you provide; watch what happens
E) None of these answers are correct.

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In the analogy, the model-builder is in control and determines what actions the robots can take and what raw materials are available. Once the world is constructed, the power source is switched on and the outcome is observed. This aligns with choice D, where the model-builder determines the actions and provides the raw materials, and then watches what happens.

The Text Uses This Analogy of the Economic Model: "As